Ashley Gay
About Ashley Gay
Ashley Gay is a Key Account Manager at Aimmune Therapeutics, recognized for her contributions to the launch of the first approved oral immunotherapy for peanut allergies. She has a strong background in sales and account management, with experience at several pharmaceutical companies and notable achievements in clinical education and training.
Work at Aimmune Therapeutics
Ashley Gay has served as a Key Account Manager at Aimmune Therapeutics since 2020. In this role, she has been instrumental in the launch of the first approved oral immunotherapy for peanut allergies. Her responsibilities include clinical education, Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMs), patient selection, and the complex organizational setup and implementation required for this innovative therapy. Ashley is also a member of the Palforzia process project group, which includes top performers from various regions.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Gay earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish Language and Literature from North Carolina State University. Her educational background supports her professional roles, particularly in communication and client engagement. She has developed expertise in account management, sales strategies, and clinical education, which are critical in her current position and previous roles in the pharmaceutical industry.
Background in Sales and Management
Prior to her current role, Ashley Gay worked at several organizations in various capacities. She was a Manager at RAM Partners, LLC from 2008 to 2011. She then served as a Territory Sales Manager at Egalet Corporation for one year in 2016-2017. Following that, she worked as a Medical Sales Specialist at kaleo from 2017 to 2019. Her diverse background in sales and management has equipped her with the skills necessary to excel in her current position.
Achievements in Account Management
Ashley Gay has achieved significant milestones in her career. She was a regional award winner of the Nespresso new patient start program in 2021. Additionally, she successfully secured hospital approvals for multiple products and specialties at major institutions such as UNC, Duke, Wake Forest, and VCU. In her role, she was one of three account managers selected to create a comprehensive 68-page Health Care Organization (HCO) playbook in collaboration with marketing for the commercial sales force.
Training and Leadership Roles
In 2022, Ashley Gay took on the role of field trainer, where she was responsible for training and developing new sales strategies. She also mentored new hire training groups in 2021 and 2022. Her leadership capabilities were recognized when she was chosen for the first round of the US Commercial Future Leadership Program in 2021, highlighting her potential for future leadership within the organization.